Category Archives: Physical Disability Tool

Caduceus with a SALT Tip – a Highly Adaptable Stylus

Posted on March 29, 2015 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, AdEd, OTR/L, ATP, CATIS

I was very excited to receive my order of the SALT stylus tip, a new interchangeable tip for the Caduceus Stylus , made by iFaraday.  The Caduceus Stylus is an appealing stylus featuring a bendable shaft and very light making it well … Continue reading →

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Adaptive Styluses and Other Methods of Direct Access to a Tablet

Posted on March 15, 2015 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, AdEd, OTR/L, ATP, CATIS

A recent inquiry on adaptive styluses piqued by interest. It has been a while since I scoured the market for adaptive styluses so it appeared to be time to find what else is out there. Here are my findings: Limitless Stylus (Prototype) … Continue reading →

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The Limitless Stylus

Posted on March 15, 2015 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, AdEd, OTR/L, ATP, CATIS

An inquiry about a finger stylus for a child with CP prompted my search for what type of styluses might be available at the current time. Like apps, tools for mobile devices are being developed and also go off the market constantly. … Continue reading →

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RAM Mount iPad Stand

Posted on December 1, 2013 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, AdEd, OTR/L, ATP, CATIS

RAM mounts come in many designs for mobile devices. Primarily created for vehicles, RAM mount components allow them to be configured in many ways. I was interested in exploring stable iPad stands, so trialing a RAM mount seemed like a cost-effective and good choice given the … Continue reading →

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Big Blue-Tooth Keyboard for the iPad from RJ Cooper

Posted on August 31, 2013 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, AdEd, OTR/L, ATP, CATIS

You asked and he listened. That is what RJ Cooper does and is, a source that supplies tools for individuals with disabilities when not available on the market. His most recent answer to a need is his BIG Blue-Tooth Keyboard … Continue reading →

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My Pain Diary: Chronic Pain Management

Posted on April 21, 2013 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, AdEd, OTR/L, ATP, CATIS

My Pain Diary: Chronic Pain Management app for iPhone and iPad (4.99) is a highly rated app for tracking pain for patients. A review entitled “Chronic Pain Management App is Filled with Great Features”, by Lynn Mueller, PT in Advance for … Continue reading →

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Medicare Approved iDevice for Communication

Posted on February 22, 2013 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, AdEd, OTR/L, ATP, CATIS

Here is a tip offered by Assistive Technology Daily in a recent post that caught my attention due to the difficulty with getting funding for Apple based products for communication devices. FRS Custom Solutions  (Forbes Rehab Services), a Ohio based … Continue reading →

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Panther Connect App

Posted on January 31, 2013 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, AdEd, OTR/L, ATP, CATIS

Panther Technology provides a number of apps providing innovative direct access using the iPad for access to your standard computer, writing and generating math problems. Their  access app, Panther Connect  features  methods of interacting with your computer using your iPad.  … Continue reading →

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Panther Technology Black Friday Special Offers

Posted on November 23, 2012 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, AdEd, OTR/L, ATP, CATIS

Here are more Black Friday app specials from Panther Technology suite of apps… Don’t forget to get your Panther Apps from the iTunes store today. Discover Panther Technology. Apps are based on Universal Design, to unleash potential for individuals with … Continue reading →

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iPad Adaptive Styluses for Individuals with Mobility Impairment

Posted on November 18, 2012 by Carol Leynse Harpold, MS, AdEd, OTR/L, ATP, CATIS

Looking for styluses for individuals with a mobility impairment (this is for you Phil!)?  Here is what I found as possible adaptive styluses for quadriplegic or individuals with limitations in grasp or strength: Adjustable Touch Screen Stylus from Enabling Devices (79.95) iFaraday … Continue reading →

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